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Canadian Foodgrains Bank-sponsored event a way to “respond to the issue of hunger”
October 5, 2011 Leave a Comment
On October 16, James Kornelsen wants you to fast—for change. “Fasting is a way to change yourself, change your relationship to God, and change the world,” says Kornelsen, who coordinates the annual Canadian Foodgrains Bank Fast for Change event. “It’s a way for people of faith to respond to the issue of hunger through fasting, praying, advocating and giving.” Timed to coincide … [Read more...]
On October 16, join thousands of Christians across Canada in a day of prayer and fasting
September 2, 2010 Leave a Comment
Hunger in a world of abundance is a matter of injustice. More than a billion people are chronically malnourished. As followers of Jesus, we are called to respond in prayer and action. Fast for Change 2010 challenges Christians to consider why so many in the world are hungry and then to act in solidarity and love. Developed by the Canadian Foodgrains Bank—a partnership of Canadian churches … [Read more...]
On October 16, fast and pray in response to food injustice and hunger
October 15, 2009 Leave a Comment
In this video, musician Steve Bell hosts a discussion of the work of the Canadian Foodgrains Bank in combating hunger. On October 16, the foodgrains bank is hosting a day of fasting and reflection on world hunger. As a member of the Canadian Foodgrains Bank, The Salvation Army encourages participation in this Fast for Change campaign. For more information, read this article or visit … [Read more...]
On October 16, fast and pray in response to food injustice and hunger
October 3, 2009 Leave a Comment
Friday, October 16th is World Food Day, which celebrates the day that Food and Agricultural Organization was founded in Quebec City in 1945. It is now observed annually in some 150 countries. Churches across Canada will do their part by joining together for Fast for Change. Organized by the Canadian Foodgrains Bank, of which The Salvation Army is a member, Fast for Change is a day of fasting and … [Read more...]
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